The Matt Walsh Show - Episode 1505 Summary

Title: The Real Reason “Am I Racist?” Was Snubbed By The Oscars
Release Date: December 18, 2024
Host: Matt Walsh
Podcast: The Daily Wire

1. Introduction

In Episode 1505 of The Matt Walsh Show, Matt Walsh delves into a variety of pressing cultural and political issues. The episode primarily focuses on the exclusion of his documentary, "Am I Racist?", from the Oscars' shortlist, Disney's recent decisions regarding trans storylines in their animated series, mysterious drone sightings across the East Coast, Crystal Mangum's confession in the Duke lacrosse case, and Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's controversial appearance on Broadway.

2. Oscars Snub of "Am I Racist?"

Matt Walsh opens the discussion by expressing his frustration over the Academy Awards' decision to exclude his documentary, "Am I Racist?", from their shortlist of top nonfiction features. Despite the film being the top documentary of the decade and grossing over $12 million domestically, it failed to make the shortlist, which eventually narrowed down to five nominees.

Matt Walsh ([26:15]):
“They didn’t even make the short list of the top 15 films, which they eventually whittled down to the final five nominees. And so this is, they didn’t announce the nominees yet. They announced that their shortlist, they’re essentially their top 15. These are the 15 films in the category that they’re going to choose from to pick their nominee. And we didn’t make the top 15 with the number one film in the genre by a long. By, by, by a wide margin.”

Walsh criticizes the Academy Documentary Branch for allegedly overlooking audience reception and box office success in favor of politically aligned narratives.

Matt Walsh ([29:00]):
“If a conservative can make a documentary that crushes every other film in its genre that year and beats every film in its genre in the past six or seven years, and yet still not even crack the top 15 by the Academy standards, that means that conservatives are simply excluded from having their work recognized by Hollywood.”

He argues that the snub is a clear indication of the Academy's political bias, undermining the legitimacy and diversity of recognized documentary filmmaking.

3. Disney's Handling of Trans Storylines

Transitioning to Disney, Walsh discusses the company's recent pulling of trans-themed episodes from their animated series. Specifically, he references an episode of "Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" that centered around a trans boy wanting to join a girls' volleyball team. Due to its "transparent attempt to indoctrinate children into trans ideology," Disney decided to shelve the episode.

Matt Walsh ([17:30]):
“It's a transparent attempt to indoctrinate children into believing that there's nothing strange at all about a boy playing girls volleyball or the idea that girls can transform into boys.”

Walsh further highlights Disney’s shift in strategy, noting that while the company previously promoted progressive gender identities, recent actions indicate a retreat from such narratives.

Matt Walsh ([19:45]):
“They’ve just eliminated a so-called trans storyline in a different show. This is an upcoming episode of their animated series 'Win or Lose,' which is out early next year on Disney.”

He interprets Disney's move as a response to backlash against trans activism in children's programming, emphasizing the ongoing cultural battle over representation and indoctrination.

4. Mysterious Drone Sightings Across the East Coast

A significant portion of the episode is devoted to the surge in drone sightings across the East Coast, particularly starting in New Jersey. Despite numerous reports, the Pentagon's official stance remains non-committal, attributing sightings to commercial aircraft, hobbyist drones, or natural phenomena.

Matt Walsh ([23:09]):
“Nothing nefarious, apparently, but they're checking it all out. I think it's just one. There's a lot of drones authorized.”

Walsh is skeptical of the Pentagon's explanations, pointing out inconsistencies like glowing orbs observed at altitudes beyond typical drone capabilities.

Matt Walsh ([23:28]):
“These things are lit up, glowing like the Fourth of July. I don't think your enemies are trying to put on a light show for you.”

He speculates on more unconventional explanations, notably suggesting the possibility of alien involvement.

Matt Walsh ([24:30]):
“Which leaves us with the only remaining plausible answer, which is that, yes, these are aliens. You know, Sorry, I know you expected me to say that. I know that I'm not surprising you. I know as soon as you saw this, if you're a fan of the show, as soon as you saw the drone thing, you're like, oh, Matt's gonna say it's aliens. Well, yeah, it's. Cause that's what they are.”

Walsh emphasizes the lack of transparency from government officials and advocates for considering extraterrestrial hypotheses amidst the unexplained phenomena.

5. Crystal Mangum's Confession in the Duke Lacrosse Case

Walsh addresses the recent confession by Crystal Mangum, who was the accuser in the infamous Duke lacrosse case. Initially, she falsely accused members of the lacrosse team of rape, leading to significant legal and personal repercussions for the accused.

Matt Walsh ([31:43]):
“She made it all up. We already knew that she made it up. Any honest and intelligent person knew that knew it at the time.”

Mangum's recent admission, nearly 20 years later, includes an apology for her false testimony. Walsh draws a parallel between false accusations and actual rape, asserting that both have equally devastating impacts on victims.

Matt Walsh ([32:20]):
“These are two sides of the same coin. Essentially, the false rape accusation is basically the female version of rape.”

He criticizes the lack of accountability and consequences for Mangum, arguing that without repercussions, such behavior is encouraged.

Matt Walsh ([34:10]):
“She's set to be released soon and she should now be looking at another 20 years in prison at least. Okay, you want, I mean, forgiveness? The guys that she victimized, I don't know if they, I think if I was in their shoes, I'd have a very hard time forgiving her.”

Walsh emphasizes the necessity of legal consequences to deter future false accusations and maintain the integrity of justice.

6. San Francisco's Appointment of a Weight Stigma Czar

The episode also scrutinizes San Francisco's recent decision to appoint Virgie Tovar as the city's Weight Stigma Czar. Amidst the city grappling with issues like homelessness, drug use, and violent crime, Walsh questions the prioritization of weight neutrality initiatives.

Matt Walsh ([40:00]):
“San Francisco has a million serious problems. The city’s falling apart. Anyone who’s been there recently... knows that this is no exaggeration.”

Tovar, a self-described advocate for fat positivity, aims to combat weight-based discrimination, which Walsh argues misplaces focus from more pressing societal issues.

Matt Walsh ([41:22]):
“That doesn’t mean that you should be bulimic or anorexic, because those methods aren't necessary to lose weight. They’re also not recommended from a health perspective, obviously. But the point is they aren’t necessary.”

He criticizes the fat acceptance movement, likening it to advocating for the acceptance of cancer, and underscores the importance of responsible health practices over acceptance of detrimental conditions.

Matt Walsh ([42:05]):
“Fat acceptance is no different than the idea of cancer acceptance. Imagine a movement that tells you to embrace and enjoy having cancer.”

Walsh contends that prioritizing weight stigma initiatives diverts attention and resources from addressing critical urban challenges, exacerbating the city's existing problems.

7. Ketanji Brown Jackson's Broadway Appearance

In a particularly controversial segment, Walsh discusses Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's unexpected appearance on Broadway. Jackson participated in a production of "A Musical and Juliet," a queer reimagining of Shakespeare's classic, where she played a character named Queen Mab.

Matt Walsh ([50:41]):
“Here's the thing. No obstacles were stacked against her solely on account of her race and gender. She was admitted to a prestigious law school, then she became a Supreme Court justice after just one year of serving on an appellate court because Joe Biden needed to nominate a black woman.”

Walsh criticizes Jackson's acting abilities and accuses her of using her platform to promote political ideologies rather than focusing on her judicial responsibilities.

Matt Walsh ([53:31]):
“Ketanja Brown Jackson is not getting money from some nefarious source. What I am suggesting is that Ketanja Brown Jackson has been given an awful lot of attention for someone as thoroughly unintelligent and mediocre and narcissistic as she is.”

He further disparages her judicial competence by citing factual errors in her opinions, arguing that her performance on Broadway is a reflection of her lack of self-awareness and professionalism.

Matt Walsh ([55:51]):
“All the praise and applause she received in that clip. She gave an interview with CBS where she explained her reasoning.”

Walsh concludes that Jackson's involvement in Broadway is inappropriate for a Supreme Court Justice and serves as an example of the cultural shift he perceives as detrimental to American institutions.

Conclusion

Episode 1505 of The Matt Walsh Show presents a critical examination of various contemporary issues through a conservative lens. From the perceived political biases within the Oscars to Disney's handling of trans narratives, the surge in unexplained drone sightings, the ramifications of false rape accusations, San Francisco's policy decisions on weight stigma, and the controversial actions of a Supreme Court Justice, Walsh intertwines these topics to highlight what he views as cultural and political overreach. Throughout the episode, notable quotes underscore his skepticism of mainstream narratives and institutions, advocating for accountability, transparency, and the preservation of traditional values.

Notable Quotes

• On Oscars Snub:

  “They didn’t even make the short list of the top 15 films, which they eventually whittled down to the final five nominees.”
  [26:15]

• On Disney's Trans Storylines:

  “It's a transparent attempt to indoctrinate children into believing that there's nothing strange at all about a boy playing girls volleyball or the idea that girls can transform into boys.”
  [17:30]

• On Drone Sightings:

  “These things are lit up, glowing like the Fourth of July. I don't think your enemies are trying to put on a light show for you.”
  [23:28]

• On Crystal Mangum:

  “These are two sides of the same coin. Essentially, the false rape accusation is basically the female version of rape.”
  [32:20]

• On Ketanji Brown Jackson:

  “Ketanja Brown Jackson is not getting money from some nefarious source. What I am suggesting is that Ketanja Brown Jackson has been given an awful lot of attention for someone as thoroughly unintelligent and mediocre and narcissistic as she is.”
  [53:31]

This comprehensive summary encapsulates the key discussions, insights, and conclusions from Episode 1505 of The Matt Walsh Show, providing a clear and detailed overview for listeners and non-listeners alike.